About Luau Kalamaku at Kilohana Plantation
Spend the evening at historic Kilohana Plantation near Lihue, with Hawaiian games, crafts, an imu ceremony, luau buffet, open bar and the theatrical Kalamaku show with drums, hula and fire-knife dancing. Upgrade options include Silver or Gold seating, a plantation train ride or the Manor House Experience at Gaylord's Restaurant.
Please note: There are multiple Marriott resorts on Kauai. If you are staying at the Kauai Marriott Resort and Beach Club, Luau Kalamaku is closer to the resort than any pick-up location offered.
Held at historic Kilohana Plantation just outside Lihue, Luau Kalamaku adds extra flair to the classic luau experience. With twice the number of dancers found at other Kauai luaus—and voted "Best Luau Show" by Lonely Planet—its high-energy performance brings epic voyaging tales to life. Guests can also ride the plantation railway before dinner, watch the imu (underground oven) ceremony, and browse local crafts.
Luau Kalamaku Highlights
- Hawaiian buffet dinner
- Award-winning show featuring hula, fire knife dancing and live drums
- Open bar throughout the evening
- Traditional crafts demonstrations and Hawaiian games
Evening Schedule
- 5:00 – 6:30 pm – Crafts & Hawaiian games
- 5:30 – 6:10 pm – Plantation railway ride (add-on)
- 5:00 – 7:30 pm – Open bar
- 6:15 – 6:30 pm – Imu ceremony
- 6:30 – 7:30 pm – Dinner, dessert, live music & hula
- 7:30 – 8:15 pm – Main show "Kalamaku"
- 8:15 – 8:30 pm – Photo session with the cast
Packages
- Hawaiian Luau Package: Standard seating for dinner and show.
- Silver Package: Elevated seats for enhanced stage views.
- Gold Package: Premium seats up front—close enough to feel the heat from the fire dancers.
Train Ride Add-On
An optional pre-dinner upgrade: a narrated loop through 105 acres of orchards and pastureland with stops to feed farm animals, followed by time to watch the imu ceremony and explore plantation shops.
Menu
Starters
- Potato Macaroni Salad (Vegetarian)
- Vegetarian Tofu Salad (Vegan)
- Seasonal Fruit Platter (Vegan, Gluten-Free)
- Kauai Fresh Green Salad (Vegan, Gluten-Free)
- Balsamic Vinaigrette (Vegan, Gluten-Free)
Entrées
- Teriyaki Chicken
- Kalua Pork (Gluten-Free)
- Seasonal Fish
- Steamed Jasmine Rice (Vegan, Gluten-Free)
- Vegetable Chow Mein (Vegetarian)
- Sautéed Garlic Vegetables (Vegan, Gluten-Free)
- Poi (Vegan, Gluten-Free)
- Hawaiian Sweet Rolls (Vegetarian)
Desserts
- Banana Cream Tart
- Pineapple Upside-Down Cake
- Haupia Coconut Pudding
Drinks / Bar
Traditional tropical cocktails, mixed drinks, local beer, wine and a variety of non-alcoholic beverages.
Manor House Experience Upgrade
Combine Luau Kalamaku with a four-course dinner at Gaylord's Restaurant inside Kilohana's historic manor house.
- 5:00 pm – Fresh-flower lei greeting & check-in
- 5:15 pm – Champagne reception
- 5:25 pm – Four-course dinner at Gaylord's (view the menu)
- 6:45 pm – Gallery and boutique browsing
- 7:05 pm – Torch-lit walk to the luau pavilion
- 7:30 pm – Premium reserved seating for the show
Menu items and schedule may change with seasonal ingredient availability or weather conditions.
Activity Notes
Where & When
Check-in is at 5:00 pm.
Luau Kalamaku is located at 3-2087 Kaumualii Highway,
Lihue, HI 96766
View Map
If you are on the south or west side of Kauai, head EAST. Kilohana Plantation is located directly after the Kauai Community College on the left-hand side of the road. Look for the white picket fence. The luau is located next to the Kauai Plantation Railway station at the far left end of the parking lot.
Transportation add-on: Transportation is roundtrip and per person. Depending on the location, pick-up is between 3:30 pm and 4:45 pm. Exact times will be emailed to you. If you are not staying at one of the locations listed below, pick-up will be at the closest location to where you are staying.
Pick-up Schedule:
3:30 pm: Westin Princeville Ocean Resort Villas, front entrance by the valet desk
3:40 pm: Alii Kai Princeville, front lobby near Valet Desk
3:40 pm: Cliffs At Princeville, at the front registration area
3:45 pm: Hilton Garden Inn, at the front lobby
3:45 pm: Bali Hai Villas, meet at the Clubhouse
3:45 pm: Ka Eo Kai, at the Clubhouse
3:55 pm: Kauai Coast Resort (Beach Boy), front of the hotel
4:00 pm: Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach, front lobby
4:00 pm: Anaina Hou Community Park, by the bench at the Park 'n Ride (parking: in the park n' ride)
4:00 pm: Makai Club At Princeville, at the main entrance, road-side
4:05 pm: Waipouli Beach Resort and Spa, at the front of the porte-cochere (public parking: turn right upon entering the property)
4:10 pm: Lawai Beach Resort, at the front of the lobby
4:15 pm: Pono Kai Resort, front entrance
4:15 pm: Koloa Landing At Poipu Beach, at the front entrance on Poipu Road
4:20 pm: Sheraton Kauai Resort, at the sidewalk in front of the Ocean Lobby
4:25 pm: Outrigger Kiahuna Plantation, at the west gate, upper parking lot of the resort
4:30 pm: Kauai Beach Villas, at the office by the stop sign
4:30 pm: Marriott Waiohai Beach Club, at the 4-way intersection off of Poipu Road, prior to the hotel
4:35 pm: Kauai Beach Hotel & Resort, in front of the lobby
4:35 pm: Point At Poipu, on Pe'e Road in front of the hotel
4:45 pm: Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort, front entrance
4:45 pm: Grand Hyatt Regency Kauai, at the Group entrance
Restrictions
There are no specific restrictions for this activity.
Special Notes
A high chair and a mini plate are available upon request for infants.
Please contact us if anyone in your party has special needs. If you require an ADA lift bus, we do require at least 48 hours notice to secure availability. The train ride is ADA accessible.
Operation Days
Tuesday & Friday (and Monday during the summer)
Duration
3.5 hours
Capacity
Approximately 700
Vendor
This activity is operated by Kilohana Plantation.
